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QField for LiDAR and Photogrammetry Ground Control

Plan and collect ground control points for LiDAR and photogrammetry with mobile GIS and GNSS.

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Accurate ground control made simple

Stake out planned points, record positions, and attach photos and notes for QA.

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What you can do

  • Plan and stake out GCPs
  • Record positions and evidence
  • Export to GIS and processing workflows

Integrated with QGIS and QFieldCloud

Prepare targets in QGIS and collaborate with teams via QFieldCloud.

Why this matters

  • Tight accuracy tolerances
  • Challenging field conditions
  • Traceability from planning to delivery

Trusted results

  • Adopted by survey and remote sensing teams
  • High-accuracy GNSS support

FAQ

Can we stake out planned points?
Yes. Navigate and stake out targets prepared in QGIS.
Do you support metadata capture?
Yes. Configure forms to capture accuracy, method, and conditions.

About QField

QField is the leading professional fieldwork app used in enterprise settings for efficient geospatial data collection and management. As a Digital Public Good, QField not only excels in enterprise and professional applications but also contributes significantly to advancing at least six of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting a more sustainable and equitable future.

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QField, QFieldCloud and QFieldSync are developped by OPENGIS.ch. OPENGIS.ch offers consulting, development, training and support for open-source software including QField, QGIS and PostGIS.